Description
With the purchase of this PDF you will receive our hobby horse pattern “HOLLY” including detailed sewing instructions. After purchase and payment you can download the pattern as a PDF file and print it out.
About the hobby horse pattern
Hobby horsing is a sport from Finland with gymnastics elements, in which show jumping and dressage are simulated on a stick horse. But a real finnish hobby horse is anything but a dusty horse on a stick from grandma’s attic! Because the modern hobby horses inspire young and old with their realistic appearance! This is due to the detailed shape, the way its mane blows in the wind, and the different shades which can turn them into small pieces of art.
Our hobby horse can even do a lot more, because the pattern includes not only the classic stick horse variant but also options for modifying it to a hairdressing head, a wall decoration or a horse for buckling up! There are even possibilities to sew a unicorn hobby horse or a donkey.
The mane can be knotted from wool or sewn on from clip extensions (synthetic or real hair). The shading of the head is done with fabric paint and ensures the „real look“ of your horse. To sew HOLLY you should have sewing experience and, depending on the desired details, 2-4 hours time (plus time for cutting).
We have a full video tutorial for sewing the stick horse version of HOLLY on our Youtube channel:
No embroidery machine?
Important: NO EMBROIDERY MACHINE is required to applique eyes and nostrils! You can do the appliqués with a simple sewing machine and a double-sided iron-on adhesive webbing like Heat’n Bond. We explain how to do this in great detail in the sewing instructions. You can also find video instructions for doing appliqués with a sewing machine on our Youtube channel.
However, if you have an embroidery machine you can alternatively purchase embroidery files for the eyes and nostrils in our shop.
Another TIP: We also have an ebook for matching hobby horse accessories (halter & lead ropes) in the shop! It is also available together with this pattern as a great savings package.
- Sewing time: 2-4 hours
- Difficulty level: intermediate
What’s included with the hobby horse pattern “HOLLY”:
- Illustrated sewing instructions and pattern (PDF file, US letter size)
The sewing pattern hobby horse “HOLLY” is for private use only. However, you can buy a license extension for commercial use here in our shop if you want to use the pattern to sell handmade hobby horses!
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Wonderful pattern, relatively easy to follow. There are no seam allowances in the pattern (clearly stated several times) but I forgot tracing out a few pieces and had to start over. My fault, but having those printed in the pattern would have eliminated that. I made mine out of leather. Turned out nicely!
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Lovely pattern, difficult and very detailed. But good result.
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
This pattern is for more advanced crafters, but turns out very well.
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Wow, this pattern is just great, and I really liked that there are also videos for all the steps and variations, my daugther loves her hobby horse , thanks 😊
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
This pattern requires you to add a 3/4” seam allowance to the printed pattern. Read it first so you don’t waste materials just printing and cutting. Who makes a pattern that doesn’t include the seam allowance ? 😡
Rebecca Maune |
The pattern is well executed. The first attempt went amazing!!
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Excellent pattern! My granddaughter was thrilled with the results of the horse I made for her from this pattern!
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Great pattern, love how adaptable it is. I used it to make a head for a donkey Halloween costume.
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Everything came out great. I got a beautiful donkey. A bit of messing around, but manageable.
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Very comprehensive instructions, easy to follow. Well worth the cost, good value for money xx
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Super realistic horse. Easy to sew. Beautiful. Highly recommended!!
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Fantastic pattern! The instructions are extremely detailed and easy to follow.
Etsy customer View on Etsy |
Wow, this pattern is just great, and I really liked that there are also videos for all the steps and variations, my daugther loves her hobby horse , thanks 😊